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Jul 31, 20232 min read

WAYNE MCCAMEY PREVATT arrested after horses were found neglected resulting in one being euthanized

Updated: Aug 1, 2023

- Florida, USA -


The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office arrested 65-years-old WAYNE MCCAMEY PREVATT (pictured) after four horses were found neglected and malnourished causing one of them to be euthanized.


In a press release, the sheriff’s office said that on July 8, 2023, deputies responded to a property on 2520 Duncan Road in Seville where they saw “two mares in a temporary enclosure bare of grass”. According to the release, the mares “were extremely emaciated and lethargic” and their bones were visible beneath their skin. One of the two mares “had dug a hole and was lying on the ground.” The sheriff’s office described the mares as a tan Palomino, and a brown and white paint.


Two other horses who were in a separate pasture were found to be slightly underweight. “All four suffered from malnutrition and lack of medical care, including eye, dental and hoof care”, said the sheriff’s office.


The horses were removed with PREVATT’s permission and rushed to be cared for by veterinarian Dr. Cindy Merrick.


The sheriff’s office said that PREVATT told deputies “he had fallen on hard times and was unable to care for the horses.” However, as rightfully pointed out in the press release, “the horses’ condition has likely been deteriorating over several months or years.”


The Voiceless Victims have been receiving around-the-clock veterinary care at an undisclosed facility in New Smyrna Beach. Both mares were found to be in pain with severely overgrown hooves, dehydration, and infections.


According to the press release, “On July 22, the vet reported that the condition of the horse known as H2 had worsened, with infections in her right front hoof and other nonrecoverable injuries and she was euthanized. The first mare, H1, remains in critical condition but her condition is improving daily.”


On the afternoon of July 26, 2023, deputies arrested PREVATT on four counts of unlawful confinement/abandoning animals, two counts of felony cruelty to animals, and two counts of cruelty to animals.

PREVATT was transported to the Branch Jail and was released a few hours later after posting a $6,500 bail. Court records show that PREVATT is scheduled to be arraigned on August 17, 2023, at 1:30 p.m.


As I was watching the video of the horses being rescued, I noticed a black dog. I emailed the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office to inquire about other possible animals present on the property and whether they were removed as well. The person who responded to my email said: “I don’t have any information about a dog.”


The sheriff’s office referred to the mare who had to be euthanized as H2. I took the liberty of naming the Voiceless Victim Azalea for the tribute image. Should her given name be made public, I will rectify it accordingly.


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PREVATT’s mugshot shared from the Volusia County Jail.


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Jul 21, 20232 min read

AMANDA MOSS LOWE and BRANDON LEE HEDRICK arrested after several horses were found malnourished

- North Carolina, USA -


Following several complaints about the condition of the horses at Southern Star Barn located at 3604 U.S. Highway 158 in Mocksville, a welfare check was conducted and on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, Davie County Animal Services served a search warrant for the stables.


In a Facebook post Davie County Animal Services said that they found several horses who appeared to be “malnourished and improperly cared for.”


According to WXII, Davie County Deputy Sheriff James DeWitt said they’ve been investigating complaints about the condition of horses at the barn for a long time. He said: “We could see ribs, we could see hip bones, we could see bad top lines on the horses.”


Davie County Animal Services explained that a veterinarian examined all of the horses and recommended that eleven (11) of them be taken from the farm to receive additional care. The horses are “receiving medical attention at undisclosed locations”, said the agency.


Deputy Sheriff DeWitt further explained: “Going forward, the horses will be in our possession until they are medically cleared by our veterinarian.”


In connection with this case, 41-years-old AMANDA MOSS LOWE and 35-years-old BRANDON LEE HEDRICK (both pictured) were arrested and charged with animal abuse.


LOWE is facing twelve (12) felony counts and one (1) misdemeanor count of animal cruelty while HEDRICK is facing eleven (11) felony counts and one (1) misdemeanor count of animal cruelty.


Animal Services said some of the horses were LOWE and HEDRICK’s and others had been boarded at the barn.


LOWE and HEDRICK will be back in court on August 31, 2023.


In thanking all of the local horse community volunteers who assisted with this large operation, Davie County Animal Services said that the rescued horses will need significant care to regain their health. If you wish and can afford to donate, there are various ways.

You can donate in person at the Davie County Animal Shelter on 291 Eaton Road in Mocksville, NC 27028.

You can donate by credit or debit card by going to the Davie County Animal Shelter Petfinder.com page and choosing any animal, then clicking on the “Sponsor” icon.

Additionally, Strouse House Feed store in Advance has also agreed to accept monetary donations. Thank you!


The investigation is ongoing.


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Jun 3, 20232 min read

LINDSEY RAE BRASHEAR and KASEY WAYNE CLAY arrested as part of an animal abuse and neglect case

- Oklahoma, USA -


The Muskogee County Sheriff's Office arrested 36-years-old LINDSEY RAE BRASHEAR (pictured) and 31-years-old KASEY WAYNE CLAY as part of an investigation into an animal cruelty and neglect case.


On June 1, 2023, the owner of a 50-acre plot at 2300 South of 114th Street West went to the property to tell the occupants, BRASHEAR and CLAY, they could no longer live there. He noticed several dead cows and alerted the Muskogee County Sheriff's Office.

According to the sheriff's office's press release, the owner of the property “had a verbal lease agreement with the occupants.”


Responding deputies executed a search warrant which led to the discovery of “approximately 104 animal carcasses (103 cattle, 1 dog)”, stated the release. Deputies also recovered a stolen Kubota tractor.


Muskogee County Sheriff Andy Simmons told 2 News: “No grass on the property that was edible. No grazing areas for the cattle. You could tell down on the south end that they were pushing the fence over trying to get to this lush, green grass over in the other field.”


The sheriff also told News On 6 that there was no running water or electricity.


The veterinarian that was called in had to sadly euthanize a calf who was then taken to Oklahoma State University in Stillwater to determine the cause of death.


With the assistance of the City of Muskogee, deputies removed approximately forty (40) cows, seven (7) dogs, and four (4) horses. The City of Muskogee impounded the dogs who were found to be malnourished and tied up in pens. “The food bowls had cobwebs in them. The water bowls had black water in them. So, nothing was being taken care of,” Sheriff Simmons told News On 6. He also said that three of the cows might not make it.


Sheriff Simmons explained to 2 News that “the hills and trees shielding the view of the home's private drive meant no neighboring ranchers could spot anything wrong.”


According to the press release, “Muskogee County Commissioner Kenny Payne and his crew are still in the process of burying the carcasses.”


BRASHEAR was interviewed on site and immediately placed under arrest. She was transported to Muskogee County Jail on animal cruelty charges.


CLAY was arrested the following day, Friday, June 2, 2023.

Online arrest records show, at the time of writing, that they are still in custody.


Sheriff Simmons said the investigation is ongoing.


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